General Practitioner with Extended Role in Community Paediatrics
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Droitwich, WR9 8QUView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£78,699 to £118,759
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 November 2026
13 days leftJob description
We are seeking a GP with extended role (GPwER) to join Worcestershire Community Paediatric service. This is a new and exciting opportunity for enthusi...
There is 1 substantive posts of 4 sessions (0.4 WTE or 16 hours) per week available but consideration will be given to other flexible arrangements that meet the needs of the applicant and the service. 2 sessions will be clinic sessions and 2 sessions will be corresponding admin time.
As part of the multidisciplinary team, you will provide medical assessment of children presenting to our service. Prior experience is desirable but not essential - however an aptitude for a holistic approach to patients and ability to work as part of multidisciplinary team is required.
The postholder will be based at Covercroft Centre, Droitwich and will be expected to conduct clinics at various sites across Worcestershire.
This post requires a general practitioner who has successfully attained their MRCGP qualification. In addition, the following is required:
An excellent clinician who can bring their General Practice expertise to the community paediatric service.
Ideally, experience of managing children with developmental concerns as part of their current or previous placements / jobs / rotations. This can be experience as part of GPVTS training.
Enthusiasm to develop their knowledge and skills in community paediatrics.
Is committed to team working in a multi-professional setting.
Understands the importance of audit and research in the continuing development of practice
Medical Indemnity is provided via NHS Resolution (Previously the NHS Litigation Authority).
Annual leave and study leave are provided, and funding is available for further study.
- Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the organisation and promote these on day-to-day basis.
- Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain the highest standards of professionalism.
- Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
For full details of the duties and criteria please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer;
- 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
- Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
- Flexible and agile working opportunities
- Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
- Wide range of supportive staff networks
- Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our website Staff benefits | Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
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Qualifications
Essential
- Primary Medical Qualification
- MRCGP (or equivalent to gain entry to the national GP performers list)
- Entry on the GMC GP Register
- Full GMC registration with license to practice
Experience
Essential: - Experience of paediatrics at core trainee level or above; - Ability to prioritise workload effectively; - Safeguarding to at least level 3 competencies
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of the management of patients with complex medical presentations.
- Knowledge about the NHS and understanding the evidence base underpinning the delivery of high-quality services.
Desirable: - In depth knowledge of principles of governance/audit.
Additional Criteria
Essential: - An aptitude for a holistic approach to patient management.
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
16 October 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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